Piano Performance, Music Theory and Repertoire Interpretation!

From 55 £ /h

Are you interested in taking your piano skills to the next level? Join me, and I may guide you through the many complexities to make your music become alive!

I will custom-design practical training sessions with you, so that we may work together every step of the way. You’ll learn how to sight-read, enhance your technique, and interpret repertoire to not only improve your playing, but to turn your passion into reality!

Location

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At student's location :

Around Berlin, Germany

At teacher's location :

Korsörer Straße, Berlin, Germany

Online from Germany

About Me

My background in musical training began during my graduate assistantship at the University of Rhode Island. These duties included teaching undergraduate group keyboard classes, adjudicating for semester proficiencies and completing administrative reports for the Department of Music. Upon completing my Masters music degree in 2012, I then transitioned to Boston and accepted the position of Instructor of Piano at the Community Music Center of Boston. At this institution, I fulfilled the duties of teaching early years-to-adult students for their performance recitals, workshop seminars and annual evaluations.

In the Spring of 2018, I accepted the Instructor of Piano position at Ivy Music Academy, and concurrently began certification to become an English language trainer. Upon completion, I then transitioned to Europe and am now based here in Berlin. Since 2019, I have been a lecturer at the Electronic Music School. At this establishment, I instruct group courses by providing curriculum training and project-based assessments for sound design, music production and audio engineering.

Education

04/2018 – 09/2018 Certification – TEFL Instruction
International TEFL Academy | Chicago, USA

09/2009 – 05/2011 Master of Music, Piano Performance
University of Rhode Island | Kingston, USA

09/2004 – 05/2009 Bachelor of Arts, Music
University of Rhode Island | Kingston, USA

Experience / Qualifications

Native English speaker with professional experience as a concert pianist, electronic musician and training specialist. Engages global clientèle with a passion for diverse project realisations. Combines emotional intelligence with effective communication to build relationships within direct and concentric forums. Achieves independent and collaborative goals in specified timelines through efficient organisation.

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

45 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Piano

Keyboard (music)

Music theory

Availability of a typical week

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Aisling

5.0

(5)

I teach piano and keyboard skills with a friendly and encouraging approach. My students learn technical exercises and pieces/songs carefully chosen to suit each individual and I also incorporate relevant music theory. I teach on an upright acoustic piano at my place in Wedding and in some cases travel to the student for lessons.

Ariana

5.0

(5)

I am an experienced, fun, and exciting piano teacher who loves what I do! I’m passionate about tailoring lessons to the student’s interests, desires, and needs. We do a combination of improvising, music theory, technical work, and note reading to best serve the student’s goals. My priority as a teacher is to help each student reach their potential while giving them the love and enjoyment of playing music. I enjoy teaching children and adults. Currently offering in-home lessons in English or German in Pankow, Prenzlauer Berg, and Wedding.

Dusan

5.0

(5)

Learning jazz is learning 20th and 21st century popular music,since that's where it's roots are coming from.Whether being a rock musician,hip hop producer,or a pop singer,jazz is what brings everything to another level.Mastering jazz phrasing,gives any musician an elite level of rhythmical fluency.
I also teach classical music,and I highly recommend it,especially for beginners,for developing the right habits from the start.
In this class,I deal with music theory,rhythm,harmony and improvisation,and for pianists,since I am one,also with piano technique,and reading music.

Ella

5.0

(5)

Piano, music theory, chamber music lessons, accompaniment.
Experienced piano teacher who is available for private lessons in person or online.
All levels students age 12 and above are welcome, as well as students with special needs (any age)
Familiar with ABRSM, TRINITY, NZMEB, IB exams requirements. Spoken languages: English, Bulgarian

Emir

5.0

(5)

Hi, I study cello at the Barenboim-Said Academy and have been studying with Sennu Laine (solo cellist of the Vienna State Opera) for five years. All levels are welcome for cello lessons, while my piano teaching skills cover beginners and advanced students. I'm flexible regarding travel within the city and could come and teach students. Lessons are available in English and Turkish.

Don't hesitate to get in touch!

Lucija

5.0

(5)

I am professionally trained classical saxophone player and teacher.
Over the years I have had the opportunity to teach and perform in Europe (Slovenia, Austria, United Kingdom, Germany) and USA (St. Louis). I have worked with students aged from 5 to high school level, as well as adult beginners.

Teaching using a French school method of saxophone I specializing in classical and contemporary music literature.
I incorporate some music theory, specialize in building the correct saxophone embouchure (or the correct lipping), overtone technique for advanced students , airstream production and correct breathing technique. Adapting specific saxophone-technique methods to each student's needs and progress.

Finding lessons fun is important for the success of learning an instrument so I always do my best to keep our lessons relaxed and engaging.

My education overview:
Kärntner Landeskoservtorium für Musik, Austria, 2nd diploma, Hauptfach: Saxophone
Kärntner Landeskoservtorium für Musik, Austria - Geprüfte Instrumentalpädagogin, Hauptfach Saxophon, Schwerpunktfach: Recorder
Kärntner Landeskoservtorium für Musik, Austria - 1st diploma, Hauptfach: Saxophon
Ljubljana Music and Ballet Conservatory
attended masterclasses with world renowned Saxophone players Jean-Yves Fourmeau (FR), Eugene Rousseau (USA), Miha Rogina (SLO), Matjaž Drevenšek (SLO), Arno Bornkamp (NL), Marcus Weiss (CH), Vincent David (FR)

Francesca

5.0

(5)

I graduated in piano with the highest honors under the guidance of Maestro Roberto Corlianò. Later I worked in: Salzburg, Austria (as a piano teacher's assistant) and later in Italy and in the Netherlands as a piano teacher. I have had students from 4 to 75 and the lessons will be open to all those who want to approach this instrument for the first time or wish to deepen their knowledge. My approach is very free and is based on the needs of the student. I work exceptionally hard and am always open to finding new teaching methods. I try to understand students' weaknesses to reduce difficulties and their strengths to improve their skills. Currently I am teaching piano at Musikschule Behm, Bertheau & Morgenstern, in Potsdam.

Javier

5.0

(5)

Let me teach you to write your own songs, learn any song by ear, create your own style or begin your journey into the world of music and playing the piano. My method is based on learning music from listening, perception and creativity. My classes are extremely practical and adaptable to the needs and interests of the student, from piano applied to songwriting or the understanding of musical language and harmony, to the preparation of different repertoires and the writing of your own songs.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Wenxiao

5.0

(5)

I offer personalized piano lessons for students of all levels — from beginners to advanced musicians who wish to refine their technique and artistic interpretation.

My lessons focus on developing both technical foundation and musical sensitivity, helping you express yourself confidently at the piano.

I hold a Master’s degree in Piano Performance from the Chopin University of Music in Warsaw, and I have more than 10 years of international teaching and performance experience in Europe and China.

Lessons are available in English, Chinese, or little German, either online or in person in Berlin.

Whether you are preparing for an audition, competition, or simply want to enjoy the beauty of piano music, I will guide you with patience and inspiration.

Nathaniel

5.0

(5)

Playing piano doesn’t have to start with complicated sheet music. In this course, you’ll learn how to play the piano using chords as your foundation, so you can quickly understand how songs are built and start playing music you love from the very beginning.

This is a practical, modern approach designed for students who want real results. Instead of memorizing notes, you’ll learn the chord concepts and patterns that apply to almost any song.

You will learn:
How chords work across the entire keyboard
The most common chord progressions used in countless songs
Left-hand and right-hand accompaniment patterns
How to recognize chords by ear and play without sheet music
Smooth transitions between chords and song sections
How to add rhythm, flow, and expression to your playing

Clara

5.0

(5)

German below -
I started learning piano at the age of five and was lucky enough to work with the same teacher for thirteen years. During my university years at the University Mozarteum Salzburg and the University of the Arts Berlin, I had the chance to experience different teachers and approaches to music. Through this, I came to understand how important it is to find a teacher you connect with, and how our needs can change throughout our musical journey.

In my teaching, I prioritize giving my students the tools they need to become independent musicians themselves: knowing how to practice effectively, improving their sight-reading skills (which opens up an entire library of music), understanding their own strengths and areas where they can improve, and building a solid foundation of basic music theory as far as it is relevant for their piano playing.

A typical lesson looks like this: we start with a warm-up, review the previous week's practice, work on current repertoire, and set clear goals for the week ahead. I focus on helping students approach new music with more understanding and confidence.

At the same time, I feel that individuality can sometimes be overlooked in the process of improving as musicians. For me, it is equally important to leave space for creativity, through improvisation, exploring different interpretation options, listening to different recordings, and discovering different repertoire or musical styles.

I began playing the piano at the age of five and was fortunate enough to work with the same teacher for thirteen years. During my studies at the Mozarteum University Salzburg and the Berlin University of the Arts, I had the opportunity to encounter various teachers and different musical approaches. This helped me understand the importance of finding a teacher with whom you connect well and that our needs can change as we develop musically.

In my teaching, it is important to me to give my students the tools they need to become independent musicians: to know how to practice effectively, to further develop their sight-reading skills (which opens up a whole library of music), to recognize their own strengths and areas for improvement, and to build a solid foundation in music theory – insofar as it is relevant to their own piano playing.

A typical lesson looks like this: We start with a warm-up, review the week's practice, work on the current repertoire, and set clear goals for the coming week. My aim is to help my students learn new music with greater understanding and confidence.

At the same time, I feel that one's own individuality sometimes gets neglected in the process of musical development. For me, it's just as important to create space for creativity through improvisation, trying out different interpretations, listening to various recordings, and discovering different repertoires or musical styles.

Hin-Yat

5.0

(5)

Masters and Artist Diploma Graduate from the Royal College of Music in London and Double Masters from the Universität der Künste Berlin, I am a professional concert pianist based in Berlin for 8 years. I have experience in different levels of teaching and served as the teaching assistant in London at conservatoire level for two years. Students wanting to take piano as more than a hobby or even looking to enter university level. I am flexible travelling within the city to come and teach and am also willing to do online lessons. Available in English, German or Chinese. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Oguz

5.0

(5)

Piano lessons for children from 4 years old, teenagers and
Adults. Lessons take place at your home, in
any Berlin district, or online upon request.

HOW I TEACH
Clean technique is the foundation, but it's not just about playing it.
What you really want to hear. Film scores, pop and classical music.
They are not mutually exclusive, and motivation arises precisely where
Both things come together. With children, I work patiently and with
a clear structure, so that practice actually takes place at home.

THE FIRST HOUR
First, we find out what you or your child really play.
would like to. After that, we'll look at the instrument, the posture,
The hands. At the end of the first hour, you played something.
even for complete beginners.

FRAME
Fixed weekly appointment, 30, 45 or 60 minutes. A piano.
Or a keyboard for practicing is sufficient to begin with. Travel time and
Preparation time is included in the price.

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Piano lessons for children from age 4, teenagers and adults, at
your home anywhere in Berlin, or online if you prefer. Lessons
in English, Turkish or German.

Clean technique is the foundation, but we play the music that
actually pulls you to the instrument. I have been teaching for
seven years and currently also teach at two Berlin music
schools.

A fixed weekly slot, 30, 45 or 60 minutes. A piano or a keyboard
at home is enough to start. Travel and preparation time are
included in the price.

Mario

5.0

(5)

I offer individual piano lessons for children and adults in German, English or Spanish. Beginners and advanced learners are very welcome!
For 17 years I have been working as a piano teacher for children and adults at the music school “Musikzimmer Berlin”:
http://musikzimmerberlin.de/lehrerinnen
I studied piano at the Rosario Music School (Argentina). Later, I completed a Master's degree in Music Composition at the University of Birmingham (UK).
Musical genres: classical music as well as jazz and pop

Valerio

5.0

(5)

I will teach you all the basic stuff to start playing the piano and also some music theory, to give a better general understanding of the musical world.

The main goal of the course is to give you all the knowledge you need to play the piano and also understand music trough teory. My approach is focused on making the student understand as much as possible the things we do, in order to develop skills, rather than giving strict tecnique exercises.